Collegeville, PA — now that’s a place with balance. It's like the Goldilocks of Philly suburbs: not too busy, not too quiet, juuuust right.
Clean, safe, friendly. Collegeville gives you peace of mind and space to breathe without feeling like you’ve moved to the middle of nowhere.
It’s one of those places where people actually like where they live.
Small liberal arts college in town = beautiful campus, community events, performances, and a slight artsy/academic vibe that keeps the place feeling interesting.
The presence of students and faculty brings life to the area without the chaos of a big college town.
Giant outdoor shopping center with Wegmans, Movie Tavern, Starbucks, restaurants, fitness centers, and more.
You can run errands, get dinner, and see a movie all in one spot, 5 minutes from home.
A growing list of great local restaurants, coffee shops, and breweries.
From cozy brunch spots to sushi, burgers, Indian food, and breweries like Troubles End Brewing—you’ve got legit variety.
Access to the Perkiomen Trail (great for biking, jogging, dog-walking).
Nearby nature = Evansburg State Park, Central Perkiomen Valley Park, and even Valley Forge if you’re feeling adventurous.
Plenty of green space without sacrificing convenience.
Part of the Perkiomen Valley School District, which is a standout in Montgomery County.
Great public schools = great for families and for resale value.
Quick access to 422, and a reasonable drive to King of Prussia, Phoenixville, Royersford, and even Philadelphia if you’re down for a 45-min trip.
You’re close to the action, but your neighborhood stays quiet and chill.
Less hectic than KOP, more suburban than Phoenixville, and more happening than Trappe or Royersford.
Great for young professionals, families, or anyone who wants quiet with options.
While home prices have gone up (like everywhere), you’re still getting a lot of house, a good yard, and a solid community for your money.
And taxes are reasonable compared to some of the surrounding boroughs.
Sidewalks, trails, dog parks, great schools—it’s a prime spot for both growing families and dog parents.
Tons of community events, farmer’s markets, outdoor movie nights, etc.
No gimmicks. No over-the-top hustle. Just clean, well-planned, livable space with thoughtful development and friendly people.
So yeah—Collegeville is kind of a sleeper suburb that ends up being a long-term win for a lot of folks. Whether you're raising a family, buying your first house, or just want your own quiet-but-cool basecamp, it's got range.
42,866 people live in Collegeville, where the median age is 40.9 and the average individual income is $53,196. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Collegeville, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Trappe Beer & Soda, The Gym and Tan Line Studio, and AMG Beauty Bar.
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Collegeville has 12,968 households, with an average household size of 2.75. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Collegeville do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 42,866 people call Collegeville home. The population density is 1,259.54 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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